Chapter

Learning the Split Hip Style of Seoi Nage
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18:51 - 21:42 (02:50)

The speaker explains their journey of learning the "split hip style" approach to the Seoi Nage throw, which involves foot placement and hip strength, and how they initially struggled with training leg strength for the technique.

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The speaker expresses his reluctance towards leg training for judo, despite the traditional importance of leg strength in Japanese judo players.
18:51 - 21:24 (02:33)
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Judo
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The speaker expresses his reluctance towards leg training for judo, despite the traditional importance of leg strength in Japanese judo players. Although he learned the basics of the throw without focusing on leg strength, this may still put him at a disadvantage in competition.

Chapter
Learning the Split Hip Style of Seoi Nage
Episode
#223 – Travis Stevens: Judo, Olympics, and Mental Toughness
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
The split hip technique helps in maintaining a straight leg and lowering the center of gravity while performing a task, allowing for greater stability and balance.
21:24 - 21:42 (00:17)
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Split Hip
Summary

The split hip technique helps in maintaining a straight leg and lowering the center of gravity while performing a task, allowing for greater stability and balance.

Chapter
Learning the Split Hip Style of Seoi Nage
Episode
#223 – Travis Stevens: Judo, Olympics, and Mental Toughness
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast